Comcast has announced a new ultra-low lag tech that is designed to reduce latency and improve connections for Xfinity customers.

The new technology is based on a standard called L4S, which can significantly reduce latency to help things like video games feel smoother.

Comcast and Apple have revealed plans to offer all Xfinity customers in the US an integrated viewing experience for MLS Season Pass in time for the start of the

Major League Soccer fans with Comcast Xfinity and DirecTV can subscribe to watch MLS Season Pass through the TV providers, the league announced.

Jason Livingood, vice president of technology policy, product and standards at Comcast, told VentureBeat that they believe they can cut lag down from hundreds of milliseconds

Comcast Introduces Nation’s First Ultra-Low Lag Xfinity Internet Experience with Apple, Meta, NVIDIA, and Valve

In addition, Comcast announced that its Board of Directors also approved a new share repurchase program authorization, effective as of January 31, 2025, of $15 billion, which does not have an expiration date.

Laggy internet might be a thing of the past, at least for Comcast customers. In a press release today, the company introduced what it calls a first in the nation -- ultra-low-latency internet designed for gaming, videoconferencing, and virtual reality. The technology has been in testing since 2023.

Comcast has announced a new ultra-low latency connection that promises almost zero lag during gameplay and video calls.

To celebrate the start of the 2025 season and the launch of the new viewing experience, Xfinity will offer all customers a free preview of MLS Season Pass from February 22 – March 2, accessible on both X1 and the Xfinity Stream app, after which they’ll be able to subscribe to MLS Season Pass through Xfinity.

Comcast is unveiling ultra-low lag connectivity when it comes to highly interactive applications like gaming, video conferencing and virtual reality.

Comcast is rolling out DOCSIS with L4S and is specifically calling out the low-latency capability as a differentiator for its Xfinity Internet services.